OWNER: ______ PERMIT: __ _____________________
PARCEL NO. : _____________________ DATE: __________CHECKED BY: ______
RESIDENCE: ADDITION: GARAGE: NO. OF STORIES:
Code provisions below are part of the plan review and shall remain with the approved set of plans. The
approval of plans and specifications does not permit the violation of any section of the International Residential
Code, any County Ordinance or State Law. Code provisions below, along with the approved changes or unchanged
information shown on the drawings, must be complied with.
GENERAL
Buildings and structures, and all parts thereof, shall be constructed to safely support all loads including dead loads,
live loads, roof loads, flood loads, snow loads, wind loads, and seismic loads as prescribed by the International
Building Code (IBC), International Residential Code (IRC), Pacific County Ordinance 151, or any other applicable
code. The construction of buildings and structures shall result in a system that provides a complete load path
capable of transferring all loads from their point of origin through the load resisting elements to the foundation.
IRC 301.1.
2015 International Residential Code (IRC) Site Design Criteria:
Wind: 130 V ult. mph, Exposure B_____, C_____, or D_____
Snow: 25 psf
Soil: 2000 psf (sand) 1500 psf (clay)
Seismic: Zone D2
FOUNDATION
LOAD-BEARING VALUE OF SOIL (psf)
1,500 2,000 3,000 >4,000
Conventional light-frame construction
1 story 12 12 12 12
2 story 15 12 12 12
3 story 23 17 12 12
Basement wall reinforcement: Per County Handout or Per Engineering. PC Ord. 151
Foundation walls shall be constructed according to IRC Section 404 and shall include one 1/2 inch
re-enforcement bar embedded in the upper 12 inches of the wall. IRC [Link]
Vertical 1/2 inch rebar 48" o.c. with standard hooks, extending a minimum 14" into stem wall. IRC 403.1.3
Rebar splices shall be lapped a minimum of 30” (grade 60 rebar required in Seismic Zone D2). IRC [Link]
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Concrete and masonry walls shall be constructed in accordance with ACI standards. IRC 404
Foundations supporting wood shall extend at least six inches above adjacent finished grade. IRC 404.1.6
Concrete pads for crawl space post and beam supports shall be a minimum of 18" in diameter and at least 8" thick.
Provide positive ties at post to beam and beam splice connection. IRC 502.9
All foundation plates or sills on a concrete or masonry slab less than 8” from exposed ground, all wood furring strips
or other framing members attached directly to the interior of exterior concrete or masonry walls below grade, shall
be constructed with pressure treated or decay resistant wood unless the ground is separated from the concrete by an
approved vapor retarder. IRC 317
Anchor bolts shall be a minimum of ½” x 10” in diameter embedded at least 7" into concrete and provided with a 3"
square, 1/4" thick base plate (washer) and nut. Anchor bolts shall be placed within 1 foot of, but no closer than
3 1/2" from the ends of plates. Anchor bolts shall be spaced no more than 6 feet o.c. for single story and
4 feet o.c. for buildings over two stories in height. IRC 602.11.1 and [Link]
Under floor clearance shall be a minimum of 18" from the bottom of floor joists to ground level. Where post and
beam construction is used, beams 48” o.c. or closer shall have a minimum clearance of 18” from the bottom of any
beam to ground level. Wood beams more than 48" o.c. shall have a minimum of 12" clearance from the bottom of
any beam to ground level. IRC 317.1
Provide black 6-mil vapor barrier on ground under floor system. Lap all seams a minimum of 12". IRC 408.1
WSBC Amendment
The minimum net area of under floor ventilation openings shall not be less than 1 square foot for each 300square feet
of under floor area. Floor vents shall be placed within 3 feet of each corner except one side of the building shall be
permitted to have no ventilation openings. The installation of operable louvers shall not be prohibited. IRC408.2
WSBC Amendment
Surface drainage shall be diverted to a storm sewer conveyance or other approved points of collection. Lots shall be
graded away from foundation with a minimum fall of 6" within the first 10 feet. Where lot lines, walls, slopes or
other physical barriers prohibit 6" of fall within 10 feet, drains or swales shall be provided to ensure drainage away
from the structure. Minimum Schedule 40 pipe required IRC 401.3
FRAMING
In one-story buildings located in Seismic Design Category D2, braced wall panels shall be supported on continuous
foundations at intervals not exceeding 50 feet. In two-story buildings located in Seismic Design Category D2, all
braced wall panels shall be supported on continuous foundations. IRC 403.1.2
Structures located in Seismic Design Category D2 shall be provided with exterior and interior braced wall lines. A
brace wall panel shall begin within 10 feet from each end of a brace wall line. The distance between adjacent brace
wall panels along a brace wall line shall be no greater than 20 feet. Spacing between braced wall lines in each story
shall not exceed 25 feet o.c. in both the longitudinal and transverse directions. Exception: In one-story buildings,
spacing between two adjacent brace wall lines shall not exceed 35 feet on center in order to accommodate one single
room not exceeding 900 square feet. IRC Table [Link]
Floor construction shall be capable of accommodating all loads according to Section R 301 and of transmitting the
resulting loads to the supporting [Link] 501.2 Floor framing shall be nailed in accordance with Table 602.3(1)
Where posts and beam or girder construction is used to support floor framing, positive connections shall be provided
to ensure against uplift and lateral displacement. IRC 502.9
Engineered manufactured beam and floor systems installation specifications shall be on site and available at all times
of inspection. Floor joists shall be designed in accordance with tables IRC 502.3.1[1] and IRC 502.3.1[2]
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Joists shall be laterally supported at the ends by full depth blocking not less than 2 inches in thickness or by
attachment to a header, band, rim joist, or to an adjoining stud; or shall otherwise be provided with lateral support to
prevent rotation. In Seismic Design Category D2, lateral restraint shall also be provided at all intermediate
supports. IRC 502.7
Joists under bearing parallel partitions shall be of adequate size to support the load. Doubled joists that are
separated to permit the installation of piping or vents, shall be adequately sized to support the load and
shall be blocked at full depth with lumber not less 2 inches in nominal thickness, and spaced not more than
4 feet o.c.. Bearing partitions perpendicular to joists shall not be offset from supporting girders, walls,
or partitions more than the joist depth unless such joists are of sufficient size to carry the additional load.
IRC 502.4
Doubled top plates; minimum 24" offset required between splices. IRC 602.3.2
Floor sheathing shall be installed in accordance with IRC 503.
All nailing shall be according to table IRC 602.3[1]. All sheathing and siding nails shall be galvanized.
Fire blocking shall be provided in the following locations: IRC 302.11
1. In concealed spaces of stud walls and partitions, including furred spaces and
parallel rows of studs or staggered studs, as follows:
[Link] at ceiling and floor levels.
[Link] at intervals not exceeding 10 feet.
2. At all interconnections between concealed vertical and horizontal spaces
such as at soffits, drop ceilings or cove ceilings;
2. In concealed spaces between stair stringers, including at the top and bottom of
all stair runs;
4. At openings around vents pipes and ducts at ceiling and floor level;
5. At openings between attic spaces and chimney chases for factory built housing; and
6. At cornices of a two-family dwelling is required at the line of dwelling unit separation.
EXTERIOR WALLS
Wall sheathing shall be nailed with minim 6d galvanized nails 6" o.c. at panel edges and 12" o.c. at intermediate
supports. IRC Table 602.3[1]
Flashing; IRC 703.4 Approved corrosion-resistant flashing shall be applied shingle-fashion in such a manner to
prevent entry of water into the wall cavity or penetration of water to the building structural framing components. The
flashing shall extend to the surface of the exterior wall finish. Approved corrosion-resistant flashings shall be
installed at all of the following locations:
1. Exterior window and door openings/ Flashing at exterior window and door openings shall extend to the
surface of the exterior wall finish or to the water-resistive barrier for subsequent drainage.
2. At the intersection of chimneys or other masonry construction with frame or stucco walls, with
projecting lips on both sided under stucco copings.
3. Under and at the ends of masonry, wood or metal copings and sills.
4. Continuously above all projecting wood trims.
5. Where exterior porches, decks or stairs attach to a wall or floor assembly of wood-frame construction
6. At wall and roof intersections.
7. At built-in gutters.
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ROOF
Trusses: Pre-manufactured trusses must bear a manufacture's stamp and be engineered by a licensed engineer.
Trusses shall be blocked and braced to the engineer's specifications. The truss engineering must be on the job site at
all times of inspection. IRC802.10.2 and IRC 802.10.3
Roof Tie-Down. Uplift connectors shall be installed on trusses and rafters per Table R802.11, per the truss
engineering, or per accepted engineering practice. Connections for beams used in a roof system shall be designed in
accordance with accepted engineering practice. IRC 802.11
Rafter spans shall comply with IRC Tables 802.5.1[1] through 802.5.1[8].
Rafters shall be framed to the ridge board or to each other with a gusset plate as a tie. Ridge boards shall be at least 1
inch nominal thickness with a depth not less than the cut end of the rafter. IRC 802.3
Ceiling joist spans shall comply with IRC Tables 802.4.[1] and 802.4.[2].
Rafters and ceiling joists having a depth-to-thickness ratio exceeding 5 to 1 based on nominal dimensions shall be
provided with lateral support at points of bearing to prevent rotation. IRC 802.8
Attic access shall be provided with a rough opening size of 22" by 30", and with an unobstructed headroom clearance
of 30" at some point above the access opening. IRC 807.1
Attic ventilation shall not be less than 1/150th of the area of the space to be ventilated, except that the total area is
permitted to be reduced to 1/300, provided at least 40 percent and not more than 50 percent of the required ventilating
area, is provided by ventilators located in the upper portion of the space to be ventilated and upper ventilators shall be
located no more than 3 feet below the ridge or highest point of the space, measured vertically, with the balance of
the required ventilation provided by either eave or cornice vents. Where eave or cornice vents are installed, a 1-inch
air space shall be provided between the insulation and the roof sheathing at the location of the vent. IRC 806.2 and
IRC 806.3
Roof sheathing shall be installed in accordance with IRC 803.2.2 Table [Link] (1). Spaced lumber sheathing is
not allowed in Seismic Design Category D2. IRC 803.1
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Roof covering materials shall be installed per IRC Chapter 9 and manufacture's specifications for high wind
applications. [Note: Pacific County has a base wind speed of 130 V ult.]
STAIRWAYS/ RAMPS
Stairways shall not be less than 36" in width, shall contain a minimum 6'8" of headroom, and shall have a landing at
the top and bottom of each stairway with a minimum dimension of 36" in the direction of travel. The maximum riser
height shall be 7 3/4", the minimum tread depth shall be 10" and the curvature at the leading edge shall be no more
than 9/16". A nosing not less than 3/4" and not more than 1 3/4" shall be provided on stairways with solid risers. No
nosing required on treads, if tread width is 11” or more. IRC 311.7 through [Link]
Winder treads shall have a minimum tread depth of 10" between vertical planes of the foremost projection of adjacent
treads. Winder treads shall have a minimum tread depth of 6". IRC [Link].1
Handrails on stairways shall not be less than 34" nor more than 38" above the nosing of the treads and shall be
continuous for the full length of the flight, from a point directly above the top riser of the flight to a point directly
above the lowest riser of the flight. Handrails shall be returned at the ends or terminate at a newel post. IRC 311.7.8
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All stairways shall be provided with illumination in accordance with IRC 303.7 and 303.8
Enclosed accessible space under stairs shall have all walls, under stair surface areas and any soffits protected on the
enclosed side with ½" gypsum board. IRC 31302.7
Ramps shall have a maximum slope of one unit vertical to twelve units horizontal. Exception: Where it is
technically infeasible to comply because of site constraints, ramps may have a maximum slope of one unit vertical in
eight horizontal slope. A minimum 3 foot by 3 foot landing shall be provided at the top and bottom of all ramps,
where doors open onto ramps and where ramps change direction. Handrails shall be provided on ramps with a slope
greater than one unit vertical to twelve units horizontal. IRC 311.8
At least one egress door shall be provided for each dwelling. The egress door shall be side-hinged, and shall provide a
minimum clear width of 32” when measured between the face of the door and the stop, with the door open 90
degrees. The minimum clear height of the door opening shall not be less than 78” in height measured from the top of
the threshold to the bottom of the stop. Other doors shall not be required to comply with these minimum dimensions.
Egress doors shall be readily openable from inside the dwelling without the use of a key or special knowledge or
effort. The means of egress shall provide a continuous and unobstructed path of vertical and horizontal egress travel
from all portions of the dwelling to the exterior of the dwelling at the required egress door without requiring travel
through a garage. IRC 311.1 and 311.2
BALCONIES/ DECKS/ PORCHES
In geographical areas where experience has demonstrated a specific need, approved naturally durable or pressure
treated wood shall be used for those portions of wood members that form the structural supports of buildings,
balconies, porches or similar permanent building appurtenances when such members are exposed to the weather
without adequate protection from a roof, eave, overhand or other cover that would prevent moisture or water
accumulation on the surface or at joints between members. Depending upon local experience, such members may
include:
1. Horizontal members such as girders, joists and decking.
2. Vertical members such as posts, poles and columns.
3. Both horizontal and vertical members.
IRC 317.3
Where supported by attachment to an exterior wall, decks shall be positively anchored to the primary structure and
designed for both vertical and lateral loads applicable. Such attachment shall not be accomplished by the use of
toenails or nails subject to withdrawal. Where positive connection to the primary structure cannot be verified during
inspection, decks shall be self-supporting. For decks with cantilevered framing members, connections to exterior
walls or other framing members shall be designed to resist uplift. The lateral load connection required shall be
permitted to have hold-down tension devices installed in not less than two locations per deck, and each device shall
have an allowable stress design capacity of 1500 pounds. IRC 507.2.4 WSBC Amendment
GUARDS
Porches, balconies, ramps or raised floor surfaces located more than 30 inches above the floor or grade below shall
have guards not less than 36 inches in height. Open sides of stairs with a total rise of more than 30 inches above the
floor or grade below and stairs with 4 or more risers shall have guards not less than 34 inches in height measured
vertically from the nosing of the treads. IRC 312
Required guards on open sides of stairways, raised floor areas, balconies and porches shall have intermediate rails or
ornamental closures which do not allow passage of a sphere 4 inches or more in diameter.
Exceptions:
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1. The triangular openings formed by the riser, tread and bottom rail of a guard at he the open side of a
stairway are permitted to be of such a size that a sphere 6 inches cannot pass through.
2. Openings for required guards on the sides of stair treads shall not allow a sphere 4 3/8 inches to pass
through. IRC 312.1.3
Floor framing shall be nailed in accordance with Table IRC 602.3[1]. Where posts and beam or girder construction
is used to support floor framing, positive connection shall be provided to ensure against uplift and lateral
displacement. IRC 502.9
GARAGE/ CARPORT
Garage foundations shall be designed in accordance with the foundation requirements of a single-family residence.
Openings from a private garage directly into a room used for sleeping purposes shall not be permitted. Other
openings between the garage and the residence shall be equipped with solid wood doors not less than 1 3/8" in
thickness, solid or honeycomb steel doors not less than 1 3/8" in thickness or 20-minute fire doors, equipped with a
self-closing devise. IRC 302.5.1
Ducts in the garage and ducts penetrating the walls or ceilings separating the dwelling from the garage
shall be constructed of a minimum No. 26 ga. sheet steel, or other approved material, and shall have no openings
into the garage. IRC 302.5.2
The garage shall be separated from the residence and its attic area by not less than ½" gypsum board applied to the
garage side. Garages beneath habitable rooms shall be separated from above by not less than 5/8" Type X gypsum
board, or equivalent, applied to the garage side. Where the separation is a floor-ceiling assembly, the structure
supporting the separation shall also be protected by not less than 1/2" gypsum board or equivalent. Openings around
duct and pipe penetrations shall be sealed in an approved material to resist the free passage of flame and products of
combustion. The material filling this annular space shall not be required to meet the ASTM E 136 requirements.
IRC 302.6 Table 302.6 and 302.11 as referenced by 302.5.3
Garage floor surfaces shall be of an approved noncombustible material. The area of floor used for parking of
automobiles or other vehicles shall be sloped to facilitate the movement of liquids to a drain or toward the main
vehicle doorway. IRC 309.1
Carports shall be open on at least two sides. Carport floor surfaces shall be of noncombustible material.
Exception: Asphalt surfaces shall be permitted at ground level in carports. The floor area used for the parking of
automobiles or other vehicles shall be sloped to facilitate the movement of liquids to a drain or toward the vehicle
doorway. IRC 309.2
FIRE/LIFE SAFETY
PREMISE IDENTIFICATION: New and existing buildings shall have an approved address numbers,
building numbers, or approved building identification placed in a position that is plainly legible and visible from the
street or road fronting the property. These numbers shall contrast with their background. Address numbers shall be
Arabic numerals or alphabet letters. Numbers shall be a minimum of 4 inches high with a minimum stroke width of
½ inch. Where access is by means of a private road and the building address cannot be viewed from the public way,
a monument, pole or other sign or means shall be used to identify the structure. IRC 319
SMOKE ALARMS
Smoke alarms in new construction shall be located in the following locations:
1. In each sleeping room;
2. Outside each separate sleeping area, in the immediate vicinity of the bedrooms.
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3. On each additional story of the dwelling, including basements and habitable attics.
4. In napping areas in family child day care homes.
When more than one smoke alarm is required to be installed within an individual dwelling unit, the alarm devices
shall be interconnected in such a manner that the actuation of one alarm will activate all of the alarms in the
individual unit. Smoke alarms in new construction shall receive their primary power from the building when such
wiring is from a commercial source, and when primary power is interrupted, shall receive power from a battery.
When interior alterations, repairs or additions requiring a permit occur, or when one or more sleeping rooms are
added or created in existing dwellings, the individual dwelling unit shall be provided with alarms located as required
for new dwellings, i.e., the smoke alarms shall be interconnected and hard wired.
Alterations, Repairs and Additions. When alterations, repairs or additions requiring a permit occur, or when one or
more sleeping rooms are added or created in existing dwellings, the individual dwelling unit shall be equipped with
smoke alarms as required for new dwellings.
Exceptions:
1. Work involving the exterior surfaces of dwellings, such as the replacement of roofing or siding, or the
addition or replacement of windows or doors, or the addition of a porch or deck are exempt from the
requirements of this section.
2. Installation, alteration or repair of plumbing, electrical, or mechanical systemes are exempt from the
requirements of this section.
IRC 314.3
CARBON MONOXIDE ALARMS
For new construction, carbon monoxide alarms shall be installed outside each separate sleeping area in the
immediate vicinity of the bedroom in dwelling units, on each level of the dwelling and in accordance with the
manufacturer’s recommendations.
Existing Dwellings. Existing dwellings shall be equipped with carbon monoxide alarms in accordance with section
R315.1. An inspection will occur when alterations, repairs or additions requiring a permit occur, or when one or
more sleeping rooms are added or created.
Exceptions:
3. Work involving the exterior surfaces of dwellings, such as the replacement of roofing or siding, or the
addition or replacement of windows or doors, or the addition of a porch or deck are exempt from the
requirements of this section.
4. Installation, alteration or repair of plumbing, electrical, or mechanical systemes are exempt from the
requirements of this section.
IRC 315.2 WSBC Amendment
SAFETY GLAZING
Glazing in hazardous locations shall be installed with a manufacture's label. The label shall be of a type which, once
applied, cannot be removed. Hazardous locations include, but are not limited to, glass within 18" of the floor, glass
within 24" of a door in the closed position, glazing adjacent to stairways, ramps, landings except where the pane of
the glass is greater than 18" from the railing, and any glazing within 60", both horizontally and vertically, from the
nose of the bottom tread of a stairway. IRC 308.4 through 308.4.7
EMERGENCY EGRESS
A minimum of one emergency escape and rescue openings are required in basements with habitable space and in
every sleeping room. Where emergency escape and rescue openings are provided, they shall have a sill height of no
more than 44 inches from the floor surface. All grade floor rescue openings shall have a minimum net clear opening
of 5 square feet, while all rescue openings above the grade floor shall have a minimum net clear opening of 5.7
square feet. All rescue openings shall have a minimum opening height of 24" and a minimum opening width of
20". IRC 310
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In dwelling units, where the opening of an operable window is located more than 72 inches above the finished grade
or surface below, the lowest part of the clear opening shall be a minimum of 24 inches above the finished floor of
the room in which the window is located. Glazing between the floor and 24 inches shall be fixed or have openings
through which a 4-inch-diameter sphere cannot pass. IRC 312
CEILING HEIGHTS
Habitable rooms, hallways, corridors, bathrooms, toilet rooms, laundry rooms, and basements shall have a ceiling
height of not less than 7 feet. The required height shall be measured from the finished floor to the lowest projection
from the ceiling. Exception: Bathrooms shall have a minimum ceiling height of 6' 8" above, and at the front
clearance area of, all fixtures. A shower or tub equipped with a showerhead shall have a minimum ceiling height of
6' 8" above a minimum area measuring 30" by 30" at the showerhead. IRC 305.
PLUMBING
Bathtub shower floors, walls above bathtubs with installed showerheads, and floors/walls in shower compartments
shall be finished with a nonabsorbent surface. Such wall surfaces shall extend to a height not less than 6 feet above
the floor. IRC 307.2
Water closet compartments shall have a minimum finished dimension width of 30" and shall contain a 21" clear
space measuring 21" from the front of the toilet. IRC figure 307.1
Plumbing fixtures shall meet the water efficiency standards of WAC-51-56-0400
1. Tank-type toilets - 1.6 gpf
2. Showerhead - 2.5 gpm
3. Faucets - 2.5 gpm
Hot Water Heaters are required to have two seismic straps installed per IRC 1307.2 Note: Plumbers tape is not
allowed for seismic straps.
Water heaters in unheated spaces must be placed on R-10 insulation per the WSEC. Fuel fired appliances shall not
be located in, or obtain combustion air from, sleeping rooms, bathrooms, toilet rooms, storage closets or surgical
rooms. IMC 303.3
Water heaters having an ignition source shall be elevated such that the source of ignition is not less than 18" above
the garage floor IRC M 1307.3
MECHANICAL
Installation of wood stoves and all solid fuel burning appliances must comply with the manufacturers approved
listing , Washington State emission standards, and the International Mechanical Code. Unlisted appliances are not
allowed. All fireplaces and barbecues shall comply with IRC Chapter 10
Above Ground Duct Systems. Ducts shall be fabricated in accordance to SMACNA standards. Stud cavities and the
spaces between solid floor joists shall not be used as a duct or an air plenum in new construction. Existing systems
to be used as air plenums shall comply with the following;
1. Stud cavities shall not be used as a plenum for air supply.
2. Stud cavities shall not be part of a fire resistant rated assembly.
3. Stud cavities shall not convey air from more than one floor level.
4. Stud cavities and floor joist spaces shall be isolated from adjacent concealed spaces by tight fitting fire
blocking.
5. Stud cavities in outside walls of the building envelope shall not be utilized as air plenums.
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Provide outside air to all fuel burning equipment. IRC 1006.2 / IRC 1601
Appliances shall not be installed in a location where subject to mechanical damage unless protected by an approved
barrier. IRC M 1307.3.1
Exhaust ducts for domestic clothes dryers shall be constructed of metal, shall have a smooth interior finish, and shall
be a minimum of 4" in diameter. The entire duct system shall be supported and secured in place. The maximum
length of the clothes dryer duct shall 25' from the dryer location to the outlet terminal. Clothes dryer transition ducts
shall be limited to 8' and must be listed for that use. The maximum length of the exhaust duct does not include the
transition duct or any bends. IRC 1502
WASHINGTON STATE ENERGY CODE
Minimum insulation requirements are as follows;
(Note: dependant on prescriptive option & energy credit path)
Conventional Attic / Ceiling R-49
Vaulted Rafter Ceiling R-38
Walls R-21
Floors R-30
Slab R-10 (at slab perimeter & under entire heated slab)
Windows .30 U-Value Maximum
(Energy credits as required under Table9-1, contact building division for assistance)
Wall and vaulted rafter insulation with a vapor barrier shall be face stapled. Fasteners shall be placed 8" o.c.
maximum. WSEC
WASHINGTON STATE VENTILATION & INDOOR AIR QUALITY CODE
Mechanical ventilation is required in all kitchens, bathrooms, utility rooms and laundry rooms. The minimum for
kitchens is 100cfm, while the minimum for all other rooms is 50cfm. All ducting (minimum 4” size) shall comply
with Table IRC M 1507.3.6.2 WSBC Amendment and Table 1507.4 WSBC Amendment
Section IRC M 1507 WSBC Amendment establishes minimum prescriptive design requirements for whole house
ventilating systems. Each dwelling unit or guest room shall be equipped with a ventilation system complying with
Section M 1507.3.4.4 WSBC Amendment. Ducting shall be in accordance with IRC Table M1507.3.6.2 WSBC
Amendment
Provide a minimum of four square inches of fresh air make-up to each habitable room. WSEC
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All fan exhaust ducts located in unheated spaced shall be insulated to a minimum of R-4 and shall vent
directly to the exterior of the building in an approved manner. IRC M 1501.1 and 1507.3.5.2
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